Dept of
Humanities
The Department of Humanities at ST PAULS COLLEGE with varieties of subject combinations that include Journalism, Psychology, English Literature and Political Science gives to our students the best opportunities for learning through curricular as well as extra-curricular activities. The objective of the department is to impart theoretical knowledge blended with practical experience. We guide and enthuse our students to gain a professional touch already at the undergraduate level.
Our students represent and publish research papers in seminars and conferences and have won prizes and awards both nationally and internationally. The Department conducts annual Inter-Collegiate Fest HUMANZA which is a platform for our students to excel in extracurricular activities. MUG SHOT a national level photography competition and BONSAI SHORT FILM FESTIVAL a national level short film competition are among the other initiatives of the department that provide valuable opportunities for exposure and display of talent and creativity.
The department publishes a fortnightly News Letter PAULA PATHRIKA, a daily News Letter DAILY CHRONICLE, a quarterly magazine COSMOS, and ST PAULS TV which covers all the activities of the college and a YouTube channel, DHRISTI, where documentaries on the life of people in and around our college and city are posted. Department provides opportunities for job-oriented internships, industrial visits, educational tours, extension services and outreach programmes.
Mission
To facilitate opinion formation towards nation building in an environment of mutual respect, spirit of enquiry and a well-informed mindscape
Vision
Type your paragraph hereMotivating students to think critically and develop a balanced world-view towards a holistic growth
Courses Offered
BA Journalism, Psychology, English
Journalism
DSC 1.1 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
Theory:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Communication- 15 hours
Unit 2: Types and Levels of Communication -15 hours
Unit 3: Communication Models -15 hours
Unit 4: Media and Mass Communication -15 hours
Practical:
1. Produce two Podcasts with reference to Public Service Announcement or Campus News.
2. Developing journalistic skills in students by giving assignments to write on any topic of their choice (Minimum of 5 assignments should be written)
3. Content Creation for Different Media Platforms (Social media platforms, digital storytelling, mobile journalism)
4. Public Speaking: Techniques for effective public speaking, voice modulation, and audience engagement with reference to social issues.
BA Journalism, Political Science, English
Journalism
DSC 2.1 Print Media
Unit 1: Introduction to Printing and Digital Publishing (15 hrs)
Unit 2: Definition and Scope of Journalism (15 hrs)
Unit 3: History and Evolution of Indian Journalism (15 hrs)
Unit 4: Kannada Journalism (15 hrs)
Practical:
Submit a practical record with the following components:
01. Introduction to Software’s: InDesign and Adobe Photoshop
02. Review of Newspapers and Periodical Contents: Critical analysis of content, editorial policies, and news coverage.
03. Photojournalism: Submit a photo essay on historical, street, plays, campus, human interest
04. Design a campus newsletter with four pages
1. Page -1 Campus News
2. Page -2 Editorial Page
3. Page -3 Reviews & Page3
4. Page -4 Sports
Psychology
Unit I: Personality-12 hours
Unit II: Intelligence and Cognitive Processes -16 hours
Part A: Intelligence
Part B: Cognitive Process
Unit III: Biology and Behavior -14 hours
Unit IV: Sensation, Attention and Perception-14 hours
Praticals
Part A: Assessments
Personality
1.Eysenck’s Personality Inventory
2.16 PF test of Personality
3.Type A/B Personality Test
4.NEO Five Personality InventoryIntelligence
5. Standard Progressive Matrices
6. Seguin Form Board Test (SFBT)
7. General Mental Ability Test (GMAT)Cognitive Process
8.Concept Formation Processes
9. Problem Solving
10.Test of CreativitySensation and Attention
11.Mapping of Retinal Colour Zones
12.Set on Attention
13. Span of AttentionPerception
14. Muller Lyer Illusion
15. Size and Weight Illusion
Note: A total of FIVE assessments/ tests need to be taught from the list with at least ONE from each of the four sections being chosen.
Part B: Statistics
1. Measures of Variability: Range and Standard Deviation for Grouped and Ungrouped data (no class intervals)
Part C: ProjectGroup Project or Individual Project: Any two assessments to be used to undertake the research project. (Introduction, Review of Literature, Methodology and Data collection to be part of semester 1; Data analysis using Descriptive Statistics, Discussion, References to be part of semester 2)
BA with Filmmaking & Photography
Journalism
DSC 3.1 Audio Visual Media
Unit 1: Evolution and Current Status of Radio (10 hours)
Unit 2: Radio Programming and Writing (10 hours)
Unit 3: Development and Current Trends in Television (12 hours)
Unit 4: Television Programming and Production Techniques (13 hours)
Practical:
• Radio Program Review Critically analyse radio content by reviewing news, talk, and music shows. Evaluate program structure, anchoring style, and target audience. Submit a comparative report on formats from both private and public radio stations.
• Radio Script Writing Write a script for a 5-minute radio program in any one format—news bulletin, interview, storytelling, or radio drama. Include cues for music, sound effects, and transitions.
• Podcast Production Produce a 3-minute podcast on a topic of your choice
• Television Program Review Review any two TV formats such as news, reality shows, soap operas, or documentaries. Analyse program structure, audience appeal, and production quality. Submit a comparative report.
• Short Documentary Produce a 3–5-minute documentary (individual or in groups of 3–5). Submit the script and behind-the-scenes photos via Google Drive. Use a mix of interviews, archival footage, and background music.
Psychology
UNIT I - Introduction to child development-(15 hours)
Unit II – Pre- Prenatal Development - (15 hours)
UNIT III - Physical, Cognitive And Language Development-(15 hours)
UNIT IV - Socio- Emotional Development & Disorder Of Childhood- (15 hours)
Part A
Praticals
Part A: Assessments
1. Children’s Self Concept Scale (Dr. Ahluwalia)/ Children Self concept scale by Dr. Susan Harter)
2.Learning Styles Inventory (Dr. Vijaya Shree Ravi)
3.Children Personality Questionnaire (Kapoor & Rao)
4. Vineland Social Maturity Scale (Dr. Bharath Raj)/Dr. Malin
5.Seguin Form Board
6. Developmental Screening Test (Dr. Bharath Raj)
7. Emotional Maturity Scale (Dr. Yashvir Singh)
8.Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale (Dr. Morris Rosenberg)
Part B: Statistics
1. Standard error of Mean (SEM)
2. Mean for the Population (Mpop)
BA With Civil Service Coaching
Journalism
DSC 4.1 Media Laws
Unit 1: Concept of Freedom of the Press (10 hours)
Unit 2: Freedom of Speech and Expression (10 hours)
Unit 3: Media Laws (12 hours)
Unit 4: Specific Media Laws (13 hours)
Practical:
• Case Studies on Legal Issues in Media
Freedom of Speech and Expression, Defamation, Sedition, Obscenity ·
Prepare brief case studies highlighting the legal context, court rulings, and implications for media practice.·
Parliamentary Privileges Examine the intersection of parliamentary reporting and media laws. Submit a short report with relevant examples and legal references.·
Right to Information (RTI) Choose a topic of public interest. File an RTI application and submit a report based on the response received, analysing its relevance to media and public accountability.·
Copyright and Cybercrime Write brief case studies on instances of copyright infringement and cybercrime affecting the media industry. Highlight legal actions and outcomes.
Psychology
UNIT I:
Puberty & Adolescence (15 hours)
UNIT II: Early Adulthood (15 hours)
UNIT III: Middle Adulthood (15 hours
)UNIT IV: Late dulthood (15 hours)
Praticals
Part A: Assessments
1. College Student Problem Checklist
2. Life Satisfaction Scale (A. Shah & R. K. Jha)
3. Family Environment Scale (Chadha)
4. Social Intelligence Scale (Chadha N.K and Usha Ganesan)
5. Rathu’sAssertiveness Scale
6. Knox Cube test
7. Loneliness inventory( Dr. Uma Meenakshi)
8. Marital adjustment scale (Dr. Mahesh Singh)/Attachment scale( Collins)
Part B: Statistics
1. Correlation Method for Parametric test - Pearson Product Moment correlation methods
2. Correlation Method for the non parametric test - Spearman Rank Order Method
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